Manganese Dioxide
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SAFETY DATA SHEET Based upon Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, as amended by Regulation (EC) No. 453/2010 manganese dioxide SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1 Product identifier: Product name : manganese dioxide Synonyms : slimes and sludges, zinc sulfate electrolytic; MnO2 rich material, cell mud, anode mud, MnO2 sludge, Pb Mn cell mud, manganese sludge, anode cleaning sludge Registration number REACH : 01-2119467168-30-0000 (Nyrstar Belgium NV/SA) 01-2119467168-30-0003 (Nyrstar Budel BV) 01-2119467168-30-0006 (Nyrstar France SAS) Product type REACH : Substance/UVCB : Transported isolated intermediate : On-site isolated intermediate CAS number : 69012-43-7 EC number : 273-742-8 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against: 1.2.1 Relevant identified uses Under Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 the substance is defined as an on-site and transported isolated intermediate and must be used in correspondence to that status, including the application of strictly controlled conditions Industrial use: manufacturing of chemicals For further details concerning the management measures: see the attached annex 1.2.2 Uses advised against No uses advised against known 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet: Supplier of the safety data sheet Manufacturer of the product 1.4 Emergency telephone number: 24h/24h (Telephone advice: English, French, German, Dutch): +32 14 58 45 45 (BIG) SECTION 2: Hazards identification 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture: Created by: Brandweerinformatiecentrum voor gevaarlijke stoffen vzw (BIG) Publication date: 2013-05-07 Technische Schoolstraat 43 A, B-2440 Geel Date of revision: 2013-12-10 http://www.big.be © BIG vzw Reason for revision: 1.2;8.1;8.2;15.1 134-16274-425-en Revision number: 0001 Product number: 28902 1 / 17 manganese dioxide 2.1.1 Classification according to Regulation EC No 1272/2008 Classified as dangerous according to the criteria of Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Class Category Hazard statements Carc. category 2 H351: Suspected of causing cancer. Repr. category 1A H360Df: May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility. STOT RE category 1 H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed and if inhaled. Acute Tox. category 4 H332: Harmful if inhaled. Acute Tox. category 4 H302: Harmful if swallowed. Aquatic Acute category 1 H400: Very toxic to aquatic life. Aquatic Chronic category 1 H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. 2.1.2 Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC-1999/45/EC Classified as dangerous in accordance with the criteria of Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC Repr. Cat. 1; R61 - May cause harm to the unborn child. Repr. Cat. 3; R62 - Possible risk of impaired fertility. Carc. Cat. 3; R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect Xn; R20/22 - 48/20/22 - Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed. N; R50-53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 2.2 Label elements: Labelling according to Regulation EC No 1272/2008 (CLP) Contains manganese dioxide; lead(II)sulfate. Signal word Danger H-statements H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H360Df May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed and if inhaled. H302 + H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. P-statements P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. P260 Do not breathe dust. P309 + P311 IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. 2.3 Other hazards: CLP Slightly irritant to respiratory organs Slightly irritant to eyes SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.1 Substances: CAS No Classification Classification according to Name (REACH Registration No) Conc. (C) Note Remark EC No according to DSD/DPD CLP 1314-13-2 0%<C<1% N; R50-53 Aquatic Acute 1; H400 (1)(2) Component 215-222-5 Aquatic Chronic 1; H410 7446-14-2 2.93% Repr. Cat. 1; R61 Repr. 1A; H360Df (1)(2)(10) Component 231-198-9 <C<29.27 Repr. Cat. 3; R62 Acute Tox. 4; H332 % Xn; R20/22 Acute Tox. 4; H302 R33 STOT RE 2; H373 N; R50-53 Aquatic Acute 1; H400 Aquatic Chronic 1; H410 Reason for revision: 1.2;8.1;8.2;15.1 Publication date: 2013-05-07 Date of revision: 2013-12-10 Revision number: 0001 Product number: 28902 2 / 17 manganese dioxide 1313-13-9 55.36% Xn; R20/22 Acute Tox. 4; H332 (1)(2) Component 215-202-6 <C<94.91 Acute Tox. 4; H302 % 7778-18-9 0% (2) Component 231-900-3 <C<4.85% 7759-02-6 0% Component 231-850-2 <C<5.24% (1) For R-phrases and H-statements in full: see heading 16 (2) Substance with a Community workplace exposure limit (10) Subject to restrictions of Annex XVII of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 3.2 Mixtures: Not applicable SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures: General: Check the vital functions. Unconscious: maintain adequate airway and respiration. Respiratory arrest: artificial respiration or oxygen. Cardiac arrest: perform resuscitation. Victim conscious with laboured breathing: half-seated. Victim in shock: on his back with legs slightly raised. Vomiting: prevent asphyxia/aspiration pneumonia. Prevent cooling by covering the victim (no warming up). Keep watching the victim. Give psychological aid. Keep the victim calm, avoid physical strain. Depending on the victim's condition: doctor/hospital. After inhalation: Remove the victim into fresh air. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service. After skin contact: Rinse with water. Soap may be used. Take victim to a doctor if irritation persists. After eye contact: Rinse with water. Do not apply neutralizing agents. Take victim to an ophthalmologist if irritation persists. After ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Immediately after ingestion: give lots of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Consult a doctor/medical service if you feel unwell. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: 4.2.1 Acute symptoms After inhalation: No effects known. After skin contact: No effects known. After eye contact: No effects known. After ingestion: Vomiting. Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea. Irritation of the gastric/intestinal mucosa. 4.2.2 Delayed symptoms No effects known. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: If applicable and available it will be listed below. SECTION 5: Firefighting measures The information in this section is a general description. If available, the documentation for on-site isolated intermediates will be attached in annex to support safe handling arrangements. 5.1 Extinguishing media: 5.1.1 Suitable extinguishing media: Adapt extinguishing media to the environment. 5.1.2 Unsuitable extinguishing media: No unsuitable extinguishing media known. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: On burning: release of harmful/irritant gases/vapours. 5.3 Advice for firefighters: 5.3.1 Instructions: Take account of environmentally hazardous firefighting water. Use water moderately and if possible collect or contain it. 5.3.2 Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Gloves. Safety glasses. Protective clothing. Reactivity hazard: compressed air/oxygen apparatus. Reactivity hazard: gas-tight suit. Large spills/in enclosed spaces: compressed air apparatus. Heat/fire exposure: compressed air/oxygen apparatus. Reason for revision: 1.2;8.1;8.2;15.1 Publication date: 2013-05-07 Date of revision: 2013-12-10 Revision number: 0001 Product number: 28902 3 / 17 manganese dioxide SECTION 6: Accidental release measures The information in this section is a general description. If available, the documentation for on-site isolated intermediates will be attached in annex to support safe handling arrangements. 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Prevent dust cloud formation. No naked flames. 6.1.1 Protective equipment for non-emergency personnel See heading 8.2 6.1.2 Protective equipment for emergency responders Gloves. Safety glasses. Protective clothing. Reactivity hazard: compressed air/oxygen apparatus. Reactivity hazard: gas-tight suit. Large spills/in enclosed spaces: compressed air apparatus. Suitable protective clothing See heading 8.2 6.2 Environmental precautions: Contain released substance, pump into suitable containers. Plug the leak, cut off the supply. Dam up the solid spill. Take account of toxic/corrosive precipitation water. Prevent soil and water pollution. Prevent spreading in sewers. 6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Prevent dust cloud formation. Scoop solid spill into closing containers. Carefully collect the spill/leftovers. Clean contaminated surfaces with an excess of water. Wash clothing and equipment after handling. Take collected spill to manufacturer/competent authority. 6.4 Reference to other sections: See heading 13. SECTION 7: Handling and storage The information in this section is a general description. If available, the documentation for on-site isolated intermediates will be attached in annex to support safe handling arrangements. 7.1 Precautions for safe handling: Avoid raising dust. Keep away from naked flames/heat. Observe very strict hygiene - avoid contact. Keep container tightly closed. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Do not discharge the waste into the drain. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: 7.2.1 Safe storage requirements: Store in a dry area.